The Murder Project
The Murder Project invites you into the shadows of true crime, where the line between justice and darkness blurs. Hosted by former police officers Justin Crowley and Mike Smith, this podcast uncovers the secrets, lies, and motives behind some of the most chilling cases.
With years of investigative experience, Justin and Mike peel back the layers of mystery, diving into unsolved crimes, twisted minds, and the moments that changed lives forever. Their unique perspective as former law enforcement officers reveal the hidden truths others miss, leaving you questioning everything you thought you knew about these crimes.
Step into the unknown and explore the stories that keep you awake at night. The Murder Project—where every case has its secrets, and the truth is never what it seems.
The Murder Project
Murder in Rattlesnake Canyon? The Raffi Kodikian and David Coughlin Story Part 1
In August of 1999, best friends Raffi Kodikian and David Coughlin set out across the United States on the adventure of a life time. David was leaving Boston Mass. on his way to California to continue his education in the field of traffic policy analyst. They decided to stop and camp for the night at Rattlesnake Canyon in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, not knowing that the worst days of theirs lives were ahead of them.
Sources for this episode are:
Murderpedia/ Raffi Kodikian
Los Angeles Times: Mercy or Murder? Doubts About a Death in the Desert by Pauline Arrillaga
Wikipedia for dates and locations.